Lab Test Technician, Laser and Photonics Specialist

5 days ago


Palo Alto, California, United States Lightmatter Full time
Job Title: Lab Test Technician, Laser and Photonics

Lightmatter is a cutting-edge technology company that specializes in building chips for extreme-scale artificial intelligence computing clusters. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lab Test Technician, Laser and Photonics to join our team.

Job Summary:

The successful candidate will be responsible for testing laser/photonics products, playing a crucial role in bringing up new testers/setups. This includes performing the set-up, calibration, testing, and troubleshooting of laser dies and modules, electronic circuits, and mechanical assemblies. The candidate will also work with free-space optical components, test and troubleshoot assemblies and/or final systems.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Responsible for testing laser/photonics products and bringing up new testers/setups.
  • Perform the set-up, calibration, testing, and troubleshooting of laser dies and modules, electronic circuits, and mechanical assemblies.
  • Work with free-space optical components, test and troubleshoot assemblies and/or final systems.
  • Help talk to vendors and procure equipment needed for various projects.
  • Process test data and prepare reports.
  • Help create tester documentation and interact with engineers.
  • Run test-system lab operations huddle/meeting/tool scheduling to manage tasks list and priorities from engineers.
  • Support existing testers by performing troubleshooting, creating new product recipes, maintaining spare parts, and performing SPC and calibration routines.
Requirements:
  • Associates or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or equivalent.
  • Minimum of 5 years work experience in a lab setting with a solid understanding of laser systems, optical components, and related technologies.
  • Experience using optical test equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, power meters, interferometers, and photodetectors.
  • Experience in assembling, aligning, calibrating, testing, and troubleshooting laser /photonics test systems or optical components.
  • Strong problem-solving skills to diagnose and fix issues with laser systems and test setups.
  • Understanding of industry regulations and standards that pertain to laser testing and safety.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Basic scripting (Python/Perl) for data analysis is highly desirable.
Benefits:
  • Comprehensive Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • 401k matching
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Generous Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Paid Family Leave
  • Short Term & Long Term Disability
  • Training & Development
  • Flexible, hybrid workplace model
  • Stock Option Plan

We offer competitive compensation. The base salary range for this role, including all US locations, is $40,000 to $50,000. Your base salary will be determined based on location, experience, educational background, and market data.

Lightmatter recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.



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